Automated Test Engineer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Annapolis, MD

9d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Automated Test Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote W-2 position. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Candidates in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. The engineer develops and executes test plans, cases, scripts, schedules, and procedures to confirm that information systems meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The role includes conducting and leading software and IT system testing, carrying out verification activities, documenting results and metrics, analyzing issues, and supporting resolution of defects and other complex problems. The position also contributes to process improvements and may occasionally support other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The role calls for independent technical judgment and problem solving, collaboration with test managers, requirements leads, project managers, development leads, customers, and other organizations, and contributing to the completion of programs and projects. Deep hands-on Edifecs experience with EDI X12 transactions is desired, including medical claims workflows and 270/271, 278, and 999 transactions. Applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and background checks, including criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness review.

Requirements

At least 10 years of professional experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
U.S. citizenship is required for this opportunity.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).
Proven track record on complex software projects and delivering high-quality work.
Experience with both manual and automated testing.
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans.
Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment tools, such as GitHub Actions.
Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git and Apache Subversion (SVN).
Understanding of performance testing and tools such as JMeter and Gatling.
Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
Experience with defect tracking and management tools such as JIRA and Bugzilla.
Experience with Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) products.
Understanding of security testing practices and tools.
Knowledge of functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, communication and collaboration abilities, and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
Experience with test management tools.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
Understanding of risk-based, exploratory, and context-driven testing.

Nice To Haves

Deep hands-on Edifecs experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) X12 transaction standards and workflows, including medical claims (837, 834, 835, 277, etc.), 270/271, 278, and 999 transactions.
Experience with Edifecs.
Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications are preferred, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms such as AWS and Azure.

Responsibilities

Develop test plans, schedules, approaches, test cases, scripts, and procedures.
Identify test data for test scenarios and conduct walkthroughs of test cases and scripts with relevant project leads.
Perform and lead software and IT system tests to verify proper operation and identify defects.
Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures, criteria, and an appropriate verification environment.
Document and communicate test results; create daily test metrics and reporting.
Support test-result analysis and resolution of open issues; document and work to resolve complex problems, and report resolution progress to management.
Devise improvements to current procedures and develop models of possible future configurations.
Occasionally perform other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
Establish goals for assigned work, provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance, and measure whether objectives have been met.
Independently develop technical approaches and solutions to difficult problems, using sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques.
Contribute to specific programs and projects and represent the organization in addressing difficult technical issues.
Maintain frequent contact with internal organizations and external customers.